Clear aligners are custom-made, removable orthodontic appliances designed to gradually move teeth into planned positions. Like other aligner systems, patients progress through a series of trays, with each one guiding the teeth through carefully planned movements.
At Kotch Dental, our affiliation with Pines Dental Lab allows us to combine digital scanning, treatment planning, and in-house fabrication into a streamlined workflow. This gives our team greater involvement throughout the process and, in appropriate cases, allows us to accommodate same-day clear aligners without relying on the turnaround times associated with an outside aligner manufacturer.
Clear aligners can be an excellent option for many patients with mild to moderate tooth movement needs. The best approach depends on your current alignment, bite, oral health, treatment goals, and the complexity of the movements required.
Clear aligners may be considered for:
More complex orthodontic cases may benefit from Invisalign™ or another treatment approach. We’ll evaluate your smile and recommend the option that best fits your needs rather than assuming one aligner system is right for everyone.
Our clear aligner option combines modern digital dentistry with the convenience and flexibility of an in-house laboratory workflow.
Precise digital scans capture the position of your teeth without relying on traditional impressions and provide the foundation for planning your aligners.
Your treatment is planned around your individual teeth, bite, goals, and the movements required rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
Our affiliation with Pines Dental Lab allows for close coordination between your dental team and the laboratory responsible for creating your aligners.
For many appropriate cases, our streamlined digital and laboratory workflow allows us to accommodate same-day clear aligners and get treatment underway without a lengthy outside manufacturing process.
Clear aligners are designed to fit into everyday life, but consistent wear is essential for treatment to progress as planned. You’ll typically remove your trays for eating, drinking beverages other than water, brushing, and flossing, then return them to your teeth according to your prescribed wear schedule.
Clean your aligners regularly and store them safely whenever they’re removed. Because the trays fit closely against the teeth, maintaining good oral hygiene throughout treatment is especially important.
After active treatment is complete, retainers are typically needed to help maintain your new tooth positions. We’ll provide personalized instructions for protecting your results over time.
Both treatments use clear, removable trays to gradually reposition teeth. Invisalign™ is a specific branded orthodontic system manufactured through an outside provider. Our clear aligners are digitally planned and fabricated through our in-house laboratory workflow, allowing greater flexibility and direct coordination throughout treatment. Which option is appropriate depends on the complexity of your case and treatment goals.
For many appropriate cases, yes. Our digital dentistry and in-house laboratory capabilities allow us to accommodate same-day clear aligners when the treatment plan and required tooth movements are suitable for our in-house workflow. More complex cases may require additional planning or a different treatment approach.
They often can be. Our in-house workflow reduces reliance on a third-party branded aligner system, which can make treatment more cost-effective for many patients. Exact costs depend on the complexity and length of your treatment, and we’ll review your options and pricing after evaluating your smile.
You don’t need to decide before your consultation. We’ll evaluate your teeth, bite, treatment goals, and the complexity of the movements required. If your case can be predictably treated with our in-house clear aligners, they may offer a convenient and cost-effective option. For more complex movements, Invisalign™ or another orthodontic approach may be recommended.
